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research New aspects of vitamin D metabolism and action — addressing the skin as source and target

378 citations , February 2020 in “Nature Reviews Endocrinology”

research The Role of Sebaceous Gland Activity and Scalp Microfloral Metabolism in the Etiology of Seborrheic Dermatitis and Dandruff

241 citations , August 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings”

This review discusses the roles of sebaceous gland activity, Malassezia yeast, and individual susceptibility in scalp flaking disorders, including dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis, but reports no new experiment results.

research BRAF Inhibitor Dabrafenib in Patients with Metastatic BRAF-Mutant Thyroid Cancer

188 citations , October 2014 in “Thyroid”

This study found that dabrafenib was well tolerated and led to durable responses in patients with BRAF-mutant differentiated thyroid carcinoma, with a median progression-free survival of 11.3 months.

research Cutaneous manifestations of dabrafenib (GSK2118436): a selective inhibitor of mutant BRAF in patients with metastatic melanoma

173 citations , July 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

This study found that the administration of the mutant BRAF inhibitor dabrafenib in patients with metastatic melanoma was associated with various skin lesions, including keratinocytic proliferation that sometimes showed low-grade malignancy features.

research Extraskeletal actions of vitamin D

119 citations , July 2016 in “Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences”

This review examines the impact of vitamin D signaling in extraskeletal tissues and notes that expected benefits from animal and cell studies have not been consistently replicated in human clinical trials.

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learn Scalp Micropigmentation

Will scalp micropigmentation damage my existing hair or follicles? Scalp micropigmentation does not damage existing hair or follicles.

learn Daikon seed oil

learn Linoleic Acid

Are there any risks in using linoleic acid products every day on the scalp? Daily use of linoleic acid on the scalp can pose low risks if used in moderation.

learn Fluridil

Can daily Fluridil application stop hair follicle miniaturization? The single published fluridil trial (43 men, 9 months, double-blind and placebo-controlled) reported more hairs in the growth phase, but it never measured follicle diameter and has not been replicated — so whether daily use stops miniaturization is unproven, and community users describe stabilization rather than regrowth.

learn Dutasteride

Is it dangerous to buy dutasteride without a prescription? Buying dutasteride without a prescription is dangerous due to potential serious health risks.

learn Biotin

Biotin: the darling of hair products. Biotin may support hair health, but its effectiveness varies and is often overstated.

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community Day 90 post-op and meds. How’s it looking?

10 upvotes 4 days ago

The user had a hair transplant with 2023 grafts and started taking 1mg finasteride and 2.5mg minoxidil orally. Feedback suggests the results look promising for only 3 months post-op, with expectations for improvement over the next year.

community Day 1 v 3 month progress. Topical Spray used in the UK.

68 upvotes 1 week ago

A user in the UK reports significant hair growth progress after three months using a topical spray containing Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Tretinoin, applied daily. They recommend the product from e-Surgery, noting no side effects and using Biotin shampoo every two days.

community Relationship between Dandruff and Hair loss?

6 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Dandruff may contribute to hair shedding, but there's no direct correlation; stress and scalp inflammation can also impact hair health. Treatments like Ketoconazole shampoo are used to manage dandruff and potentially reduce shedding.

community Even Sir David Beckham uses wig/ hair fibers. this is news to me.

in Chat 83 upvotes 1 month ago

David Beckham uses hair fibers or a wig, possibly due to exhaustion of other hair loss treatments like transplants, Minoxidil, and finasteride. Despite access to top treatments, maintaining the appearance of good hair is challenging, and some suggest he should embrace baldness.

community Day 22 progress report 2022 grafts

13 upvotes 2 months ago

The user is pleased with their hairline design after using oral finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, vitamin D, and LED therapy. They are also planning a PRP session and considering laser therapy.

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